What is walross?

Walruses (Odobenus rosmarus) are large marine mammals that belong to the pinniped family, along with seals and sea lions. They are closely related to the more familiar sea lions.

Walruses are found mainly in the Arctic regions of Russia, Canada, Greenland, and Alaska. They spend most of their lives in the water, but they also come on land to rest, breed and molt.

Walruses are known for their massive tusks, which are actually elongated teeth that can grow up to a meter long in males. These tusks are used during fights with other males and to help pull themselves out of the water onto the ice.

Walruses are social animals that live in large herds of hundreds or even thousands of individuals. They communicate with a variety of sounds, including barking, grunting, and growling.

Their diet mainly consists of clams, snails, and other shellfish, which they suck out of their shells using their powerful suction ability.

Walruses are considered to be a vulnerable species due to climate change, habitat loss and hunting. Conservation measures, such as protection from hunting and monitoring of their populations, are important to ensure that these magnificent animals continue to thrive in the wild.